Studio Apartment Rent in Monrovia, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Monrovia, California as of August 2026. That's +32% lower than the citywide median of $2,770 and +45% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Monrovia
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Monrovia
Compare Monrovia's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $864 |
| 3 | Taft | $870 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Barstow | $915 |
| 7 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 8 | California City | $940 |
| 9 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 10 | Paradise | $970 |
| 11 | Eureka | $980 |
| 12 | Oroville | $985 |
| 13 | Fortuna | $990 |
| 14 | Florence-Graham | $1,029 |
| 15 | Porterville | $1,050 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $3,520 |
| 2 | Scotts Valley | $3,420 |
| 3 | Aptos | $3,420 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $3,410 |
| 5 | Coronado | $3,190 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $3,140 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $3,130 |
| 8 | Foster City | $3,130 |
| 9 | Newport Beach | $3,102 |
| 10 | Capitola | $3,100 |
| 11 | Sunnyvale | $3,010 |
| 12 | Santa Barbara | $3,000 |
| 13 | Irvine | $3,000 |
| 14 | Solana Beach | $2,970 |
| 15 | Saratoga | $2,910 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Monrovia.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Monrovia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia, CA | 2.9 mi | $1,965 | +$95 (+5%) |
| Duarte, CA | 3.1 mi | $2,030 | +$160 (+9%) |
| Sierra Madre, CA | 3.6 mi | $2,010 | +$140 (+7%) |
| Baldwin Park, CA | 4.4 mi | $1,600 | $-270 (-14%) |
| El Monte, CA | 5.7 mi | $1,600 | $-270 (-14%) |
| San Gabriel, CA | 7.2 mi | $1,850 | $-20 (-1%) |
| San Marino, CA | 8 mi | $2,040 | +$170 (+9%) |
| Rosemead, CA | 8.4 mi | $1,600 | $-270 (-14%) |
| Pasadena, CA | 9.3 mi | $2,183 | +$313 (+17%) |
| West Covina, CA | 9.4 mi | $2,013 | +$143 (+8%) |
| La Puente, CA | 9.5 mi | $1,650 | $-220 (-12%) |
| Altadena, CA | 9.9 mi | $2,110 | +$240 (+13%) |
Studio rent in Monrovia — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Monrovia?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Monrovia, California is $1,870 per month. This is +32% below the citywide median of $2,770.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Monrovia?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $74,800 ($6,233/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.96/hour at a full-time job.
Is Monrovia expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Monrovia's studio median of $1,870 is +45% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 83th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Monrovia rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 378 cities in California with studio data, Monrovia ranks #160 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Monrovia?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Baldwin Park ($1,600), El Monte ($1,600), San Gabriel ($1,850).